Need recommendation Weatherproof professional looking chukka boot lace-up or slip-on

[NYCfixie]

For about 10+ years I worked in NYC advertising agencies and new media companies so when the weather was bad and I was on the subway, I would wear rain/snow boots and carry my dress shoes to put on when I got to work. For about 10+ years after that I worked in k-12 schools and did the same.

I recently accepted a role at a local liberal arts college leading the client technical support services team which means I will be walking around campus for meetings and checking-in with my team and student workers. I will be in khakis with a coat and tie most of the year. I will forgo the coat and tie over the summer.

I looked through the boots thread but could not find what I needed so I am looking for recommendations. I need a professional looking chukka boot that I can wear with khakis, coat, and tie when the weather is bad. I would like them to be weather proof but weather resistant is fine too. I will be wearing them all day because I do not want to swap dress shoes for rain/snow boots every time I need to leave my office (several times a day) and walk to another building on campus. I would prefer brown because I think they are more versatile but a cordovan red or even black might work too. They should be of high quality but not so much that I need to worry will be ruined by New England weather.

I am asking because I worry that my dress shoes (mostly Brooks Brothers by Alden) will get ruined with the water and salt that is so prevalent in the North East.

Thanks!

[caleb]

I get by with suede desert boots or Bean boots, but I can see the attraction of what you have in mind.

This seems like the sort of piece that Brit-ish sporting brands would have a handle on, but I just looked at Orvis, Beretta, Holland & Holland, and Cordings, and none seem to be advertising what you're looking for. Maybe check back in the late summer or early fall?

[NYCfixie]

...Bean boots, but I can see the attraction of what you have in mind...

I have had the same pair of Bean Boots since High School which have been re-soled (new bottoms sewn in) several times. I just do not think they are professional enough and they are very trendy with the younger crowd which makes me not want to wear them even when I am not dressed up for work.

https://www.theatlantic.com/business...-maine/410863/

https://apnews.com/754c9f84ff7741b7841441054de0f754

[caleb]

I have had the same pair of Bean Boots since High School which have been re-soled (new bottoms sewn in) several times. I just do not think they are professional enough and they are very trendy with the younger crowd which makes me not want to wear them even when I am not dressed up for work.

https://www.theatlantic.com/business...-maine/410863/

https://apnews.com/754c9f84ff7741b7841441054de0f754

Meh, I often lecture in Bean boots when the weather's crappy. No ill effects yet.

[NYCfixie]

Meh, I often lecture in Bean boots when the weather's crappy. No ill effects yet.

If you are a Prof., you do not even need to wear clothes to teach. I am a Director in Information Technology Services (reporting to the CIO) so the expectation is I must look professional (short of a suit and tie). I am hopeful that something exists that will be comfortable, professional, and weather proof/resistant. I can't be the only person on this board who needs such a boot.

[joosttx]

Get the Bean Boots Caleb is suggesting. They are practical. I am sure the CIO (your boss) will respect you more when you wear sensible / practical footwear instead for trying to peacock around.

[Chik]

she is of the lady persuasion so I am not sure what she has will fit me but I'll ask.

That can get a bit tricky!